Boston Common :
The starting point of the Freedom Trail, Boston Common is the oldest park in the country. The park is almost 50 acres in size. The "Common" has been used for many different purposes throughout its long history. Until 1830, cattle grazed the Common, and until 1817, public hangings took place here. British troops camped on Boston Common prior to the Revolution and left from here to face colonial resistance
Massachusetts State House:
Built in 1798, the "new" State House is located across from the Boston Common on the top of Beacon Hill. The dome, originally made out of wood shingles, is now sheathed in copper and covered by 23 karat gold which was added to prevent leaks into the State House.
Built in 1798, the "new" State House is located across from the Boston Common on the top of Beacon Hill. The dome, originally made out of wood shingles, is now sheathed in copper and covered by 23 karat gold which was added to prevent leaks into the State House.
Faneuil Hall:
Faneuil Hall has served as a marketplace and a meeting hall since 1742. Inspirational speeches by Samuel Adams and other patriots were given at Fanueil Hall. These oratories became the footstool for America's desire to obtain independence from the British. Today, the first floor is still used as a lively marketplace and the second floor is a meeting hall.
On the way to the USS Constitution and Charlestown Navy Yard:
Walk to the Sea (Last leg of the Freedom Trail)
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